Development Scientist II

Company: Adecco

Posted: November 12, 2016

Reference ID: 326066734

Adecco Engineering and Technical has a current job opportunity for Development Scientist II

The Development Scientist assists in the evaluation and implementation of new technologies. Over 5+ years of In Vitro Diagnostics experience with emphasis in microbiology and antibiotic resistance mechanisms.The incumbent performs experiments as defined and planned by supervisor; reviews test results for experimental error and determines if repeats are required; participates in planning studies for the development, evaluation and optimization of assay(s); maintains well organized laboratory notebooks in compliance with relevant procedures; and supports post-launch to resolve performance and/or quality issues. Antimicrobial susceptibility testing, baterial and yeast indentification testing will be required.The position will involve assisting in the evaluation and implementation of protein chemistries new and existing across all platforms, focusing on IMMAGE and LX/DXC. The duties will include performing experiments as defined and planned by supervisor. Reviewing the test results for experimental error and determines if repeats are required. The Development Scientist will participate in planning studies for development, optimization, and failure investigations of protein assay(s); maintain well organized laboratory notebooks in compliance with relevant procedures, and support post-launch (MRB) to resolve performance and/or quality issues for our protein/serology immunoassay chemistries. Duties will include: Protocol writing, Protocol execution, Instrument operation and understanding of its functioning, Statistical Data Analysis, Report writing, Failure investigations, Presentation of Results, Instrument maintenance.

If interested please respond by COB of October 12th, 2016 since the manager is actively interviewing candidates.

Position Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Mircrobiology, with 2+ years in laboratory and over 5 years of In Vitro Diagnostics Experience(Preferred). Working with automated instruments and/or immunoassay experience preferred. Good laboratory technique with some analytical expertise. Strong communication skills with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment. Ability to problem solve is a must. Ability to be flexible and work in a rapidly changing task environment and with variety of tasks. The ability to multi-task is also required. Good organizational skills important.